Staff Machine Learning Engineer, Ads Ranking
Job Summary
The role involves designing and training advanced machine learning models to enhance Reddit's ad ranking systems. Candidates should have extensive industry experience with deep learning architectures, recommendation systems, and large-scale data handling. The position offers opportunities to impact product revenue, shape long-term modeling strategies, and work across various ad formats. It also provides a supportive environment with professional growth, flexible work arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package.
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Job Description
We’re looking for a Staff Machine Learning Engineer to join Reddit’s Ads Ranking Org! This role is part of a broader effort to enhance Reddit’s ML-powered ad ranking systems through improved model architectures, contextual embeddings, and conversion-optimized modeling. This position allows the opportunity to contribute across key modeling focus areas such as conversion, app ads, shopping, brand ads, or core ranking.
What you bring:
- 7+ years of industry experience, including several years in applied ML roles
- Deep experience with DNN architectures and ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch)
- Strong background in recommendation systems, ads ranking, or similar domains
- Experience working with large-scale datasets and complex feature pipelines
- Strong problem-solving and experimentation skills
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
- Design and train advanced ML models (e.g., DNNs, transformers) to power Reddit Ads Ranking
- Develop and optimize features including embeddings, contextual signals, and cross-session behavior
- Work closely with product, infra, and data teams to drive end-to-end model deployment and performance analysis
- Mentor other MLEs and contribute to modeling best practices across the org
- Shape the long-term modeling vision across one or more domains (conversion, app ads, shopping, brand, etc.)
Most Challenging Aspects:
- Balancing generalization and specificity in modeling across different ad formats
- Managing trade-offs between model complexity, latency, and prediction quality
- Navigating cross-functional alignment to scale high-impact ML initiatives
What Differentiates This Role:
- Direct path to measurable product and revenue impact
- Opportunity to shape foundational ML modeling across Reddit Ads
- Flexible scope based on modeling strengths (conversion, app ads, core ranking, etc.)
- Exposure to diverse ad surfaces (feed, video, shopping, brand) and cutting-edge ML techniques
What We Offer:
- A dynamic, supportive work environment with a diverse team of engineers and cross-functional partners
- Opportunities for professional growth and development, with a focus on continuous learning and skill-building
- A competitive salary and benefits package, with a focus on work-life balance and employee well-being
- Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options, to support your individual needs and preferences
- The chance to work on high-impact projects that drive real results for our users and advertisers
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits and Income Replacement Programs
- 401k Match
- Family Planning Support
- Gender-Affirming Care
- Mental Health & Coaching Benefits
- Flexible Vacation & Reddit Global Days Off
- Generous paid Parental Leave
- Paid Volunteer time off
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